Metromix Chicago:
9 Sports to Carbo-load in Chicago

credit: Scott Strazzante, Chicago Tribune

"All the noodles are made by hand at these no-frills shops,
and most dishes never exceed the $9 mark.
Get the chicken-fried noodles or, if you dare,
the spicy dan dan noodles, each less than $7.
The dumplings are equally awe-inspiring."